American Idol app for iPhone and iPod touch launched

Zumobi and FremantleMedia Enterprises have announced the release of the first American Idol app developed for Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch.

Called “American Idol Season 8 Exclusive”, the application brings news, pictures, in-depth contestant bios and exclusive video footage from the famous TV show.

A total of 78 videos will be available, starting this week and ending with the show’s final week. The application also provides the “My Rankings” feature, which lest you predict and track contestants’ evolution during the show.

“American Idol is one of the premiere entertainment brands around the world, with a television franchise that is unrivaled. Zumobi is thrilled to partner with FremantleMedia Enterprises, 19 Entertainment and FOX on the development of this exclusive app for iPhone and iPod touch and we’re proud to make it available to millions of Idol fans through The Zumobi Network,” declared Ken Willner, CEO of Zumobi.